Vineyard: Premier cru - Côte de Beaune
Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
The name of this "Climat" comes, as its name suggests, from oak trees which have long since disappeared. Owner of 85 "ares" of this appellation, on chalky clay soil with chalk sub-soil, Bouchard Père & Fils only produces a little over 4000 bottles per year of this Premier Cru situated not far from Les Taillepieds.
Vinification: Manual harvest and careful sorting of each grape. Following total or partial destemming, fermentation in small containers, gentle pressing in order to ensure optimal vinification. Depending on the profile of the vintage, the wine stays in the vats for 15 to 20 days. The wine matures 12 to 14 months in French oak, with 30 to 40% new oak. The cellars of the Bastions of the ancient Château de Beaune offer natural ambient conditions that are perfectly adapted to ageing the Premiers Crus.
Tasting Notes: This wine combines the rich structure of a good Pinot Noir with the elegance and finesse of Volnay. The red fruit blends masterfully with the French oak and the result is impressive.
Paired with: Lamb, duck, light game.
Enjoy at: Between 17°C to 18°C
Ageing potential: 7 to 10 years and more
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